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October 11, 2024

Historic Castillo de San Marcos closed to survey storm damage

The 351-year-old Castillo de San Marcos will reopen Saturday after an inspection showed no serious issues.…

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October 11, 2024

Utilities continue to restore power on First Coast

Power remains out mainly in St Johns, Putnam and Flagler counties after Hurricane Milton.…

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October 10, 2024

Man killed in officer-involved shooting in Arlington Manor area

A man was killed in an officer-involved shooting Thursday evening in the Arlington Manor area, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s…

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October 10, 2024

City Council to weigh dissolving Hogpen Creek dredging tax

Jacksonville leaders could potentially kill a special taxing district that came as a $40,000 surprise to many in Intracoastal West.…

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October 10, 2024

St. Johns County lifts evacuation order; St. Augustine Marina remains closed

People who were ordered to evacuate in St. Johns County for Hurricane Milton can now return home; St. Augustine announces…

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October 10, 2024

Flooding could be a risk in Jacksonville, St. Johns County for days

Hurricane Milton’s effect on Jacksonville was limited, but tidal flooding could affect some streets during high tides.…

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October 10, 2024

Power is returning around Northeast Florida

JEA says it restored power to more than 40,000 customers overnight.…

Featured image for “Clay County assesses damage and plans to open new shelter”
October 10, 2024

Clay County assesses damage and plans to open new shelter

Clay County is no longer accepting residents at its four other shelters, but a new shelter was to open Thursday…

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October 10, 2024

Nassau County orders evacuations as projected storm surge rises

The National Weather Service expects storm surge over more than 5 feet in Nassau County.…

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October 10, 2024

St. Johns County asks people to stay off the roads

St. Johns County is assessing damage after Hurricane Milton hit the area particularly hard.…

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October 10, 2024

Hurricane Milton exits Florida, but effects persist on First Coast

Hurricane Milton will bring heavy rainfall, flooding and gusty winds to Northeast Florida throughout the day Thursday.…

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October 9, 2024

What to expect overnight and to end the week after Hurricane Milton’s landfall

Hurricane Milton officially made landfall near Siesta Key on Wednesday around 8:30 p.m. and continues to bring damaging constant winds…

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October 9, 2024

Judge rejects reopening Florida voter registration because of hurricanes

A federal judge Wednesday rejected a request from the League of Women Voters of Florida and the Florida NAACP to…

Featured image for “As Milton makes landfall, Jacksonville shelters still have space; Gate gas stations are closed”
October 9, 2024

As Milton makes landfall, Jacksonville shelters still have space; Gate gas stations are closed

Hurricane Milton made landfall as a dangerous Category 3 storm at just about a quarter to 9 p.m. Wednesday near…

Featured image for “Hurricane Milton bears down on Florida, but risks ease in Jacksonville”
October 9, 2024

Hurricane Milton bears down on Florida, but risks ease in Jacksonville

The latest on Hurricane Milton’s expected impacts on the Jacksonville area, including shelters and evacuations.…

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October 9, 2024

Jacksonville uses dams to hold back Milton’s floodwaters

The city is using Tiger Dams — large plastic tubes that can be filled with water to act as barriers…

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October 9, 2024

Hundreds of horses sheltered in Jax during Hurricane Milton

Nearly 400 horses are coming into the Jacksonville Equestrian Center from places with mandatory evacuations.…

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October 9, 2024

Closed YMCA campus in San Jose approved for homes

The 10.25-acre YMCA campus can be developed into single-family homes or townhomes, but not apartments.…

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October 9, 2024

Gasoline runs low during Milton, but more is on the way

Gov. Ron DeSantis says more than a million gallons of gasoline and diesel are staged around the state.…

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October 9, 2024

Southbank high-rise gets final approval

After nearly four years, City Council has approved a development at the former River City Brewing Co. site on the…

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October 9, 2024

ARTS PICKS | Oct. 12-13

In a week when Hurricane Milton has canceled most events, there are still two opportunities to enjoy local music. And…

Featured image for “Effort to rename Confederate Street after late activist fails in Jacksonville City Council ”
October 8, 2024

Effort to rename Confederate Street after late activist fails in Jacksonville City Council 

In a 10-7 vote, Jacksonville’s City Council decided against renaming the Springfield street after the late local civil rights activist…

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October 8, 2024

Inside Florida’s rush to remove debris from last hurricane

Debris from Hurricane Helene remains piled around the state, including Jacksonville. Hurricane Milton could turn it into projectiles.…

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October 8, 2024

Entire city of St. Augustine, other parts of St. Johns County ordered to evacuate

St. Johns County also ordered the evacuation of St. Augustine Beach and residents living on waterfront properties or in flood-prone…

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October 8, 2024

Blue restaurant takes over Bistro X space in San Marco

The new restaurant will serve seafood and upscale Southern-inspired meals.…

Featured image for “Investigator tried to get arrested Duval teacher removed twice — and was denied ”
October 7, 2024

Investigator tried to get arrested Duval teacher removed twice — and was denied 

Duval Schools was criticized for waiting too long to remove an arrested teacher.…

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October 7, 2024

Uninsured Jax residents can now reach physicians virtually

Jacksonville has launched a program to link uninsured residents with physicians without going to the emergency room.…

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October 7, 2024

Schools close as Hurricane Milton approaches

Most school districts in Northeast Florida will close this week as Hurricane Milton crosses the state.…

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October 4, 2024

Murray Hill underpass is about to get lit

A final design could be reviewed next week for a light display at the underpass of Edgewood Avenue and Roosevelt…

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October 4, 2024

Mail ballots flow in as voter registration deadline nears

Monday is the final day to register to vote in Florida ahead of the Nov. 5 general election.…

Featured image for “Hurricane Helene debris killed Duval toddler”
October 4, 2024

Hurricane Helene debris killed Duval toddler

A new National Weather Service report details the impact of Hurricane Helene on Duval County…

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October 4, 2024

Heavy tropical rain moving into Florida starting this weekend

Rain chances are creeping up during the weekend, and more are coming next week as tropical moisture arrives…

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October 3, 2024

Despite Baptist Health deal, challenges remain for patients

Seniors and low-income people may feel the biggest reverberations from the Baptist Health-Florida Blue agreement.…